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Forced EU clearing could damage capital markets, industry groups warn

Sector leaders say reforms could increase costs and stop best execution

EU commissioner Mairead McGuinness has been part of a drive to ensure more clearing business comes back to the bloc, but potential new rules are facing criticism
EU commissioner Mairead McGuinness has been part of a drive to ensure more clearing business comes back to the bloc, but potential new rules are facing criticism Photo: Bloomberg via Getty Images

Four trade associations have warned new rules forcing euro-denominated products to be cleared through Europe could damage capital markets.

The EU is currently consulting on requirements for firms to have “active accounts” with European clearing houses and meet a minimum level of EU clearing.

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